Biography of Jacob Schick

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Schick, Jacob, Buffalo, was born in Germany, January 20, 1866. and emigrated to America in 1883, settling in
Buffalo. His first employment was with the firm of Becker & Wikser, harness manufacturers, with whom he remained
for eight years. In 1891 he formed a partnership with Philip Barchert, and established a harness manufactory and
store at 176 Genesee street. In 1893 Mr. Barchert retired and the business has since been conducted by Mr. Schick.
He is a member of German Bundens Lodge No. 109, I. O. O. F., and of the Buffalo Sangerbund. Mr. Schick is respected
by all who know him. In May, 1888, he married Frances Altman of Buffalo, and they have five children: Matilda F.,
Emma L., Jacob A. and Oliver F.

Source:
Our County and its people
A descriptive work on Erie County, New York
Edited by: Truman C. White
The Boston History Company, Publishes 1898